Title
Resolution granting a one-day permit to the American Lung Association in Florida - South Area - to sell alcoholic beverages on Saturday, March 26, 2011, from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on Ponce De Leon between Miracle Mile and Sevilla Avenue during the 8th Annual Coral Gables Wine and Food Festival, subject to Florida Department of Professional Regulation requirements.
Department Head Recommendation
Approval.
Brief History
For the past seven years this event has been in existence. The event consists of 35 vendors; each has a table to serve wine and food to guests. There will be live music. All proceeds benefit The American Lung Association in Florida - South Area and The International Bronchitis Center.
In previous years, event has taken place on Giralda Avenue. This year, event organizers are moving the event to Ponce De Leon due to an increase in vendors and attendance. The event organizers have worked to secure approvals from the affected merchants in the areas, and they have also worked with the B.I.D. on this event.
This event has been reviewed by the City's Special Event Committee.